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History

The Bopparder Maschinenbau-Gesellschaft mbH is part of the evolution of earthworks and highway construction, giving it a place in the development of the industrial world. Wherever roads are built across the world, people’s lives become connected thereby supporting the growth of the world’s economies. In over 50 years BOMAG has used successive innovations and technical know-how to literally „pave the way“ of progress.

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BW 332
DEEP IMPACT

BOMAG received again the „TOP 100“ seal of innovation. The BW 332 DEEP IMPACT, presented at bauma 2010, is nominated by TOP 100 as one of the best 10 product innovations of the year. The strongest single drum roller of the world sets new standards in soil compaction. 32 tonnes operating weight, 100 kg/cm static linear load, 3,3 mm amplitude, 750 kN centrifugal force, VARIOCONTROL, polygonal drum & 2,4 m working width. A milestone in economic compaction.

TOP 100

BOMAG has been named one of the most innovative companies amongst small and medium sized enterprises in Germany, and received the „TOP 100“ seal of innovation. A clear sign for the innovation capacities of the company. In the same year several products received the iF design award as well as the reddot award.

Milling machines & Finishers

From October 2006 BOMAG assumed the responsibility for milling machines and finishers from the FAYAT daughter company MARINI. Since then BOMAG assumed also the responsibility for production and for technical development of the products.

Take-over of BOMAG by FAYAT

Take-over of BOMAG by FAYAT, a highly successful French company. At that time BOMAG was the market leader for soil and asphalt compaction equipment, FAYAT was number 1 in Europe and number 3 worldwide for asphalt plants and number 3 in Europe for road maintenance equipment: The beginning of a „dream team“.

GPS-supported measuring technology &
Polygonal drum

On the occasion of the bauma fair, BOMAG started a product campaign (60% new!) and, among others, presented the latest GPS-supported measuring technology. Also the 2003 introduced polygonal drum was presented – the redefinition of compaction economy.

Powdercoating &
spraypainting plant

The start-up of the new and modern powdercoating and spraypainting plant for large machines parts. The heart of the computer controlled system was the driverless FTS transport system which fed components to individual processing points for drying, coating and burning in.

ASPHALT MANAGER

BOMAG introduced ASPHALT MANAGER, the only system in the world for optimal compaction with compaction control on asphalt, that also automatically adjusts the compaction force. A real milestone in compaction technology.

Plant extension

BOMAG grew further. Additional 9.000 qm for the light equipment assembly, warehouse and electronics installation were inaugurated. In 2000 the despatch facilities were added.

DM 507 million turnover

For the first time the turnover passed the 500 million mark at DM 507 million. In the meantime visitors from throughout the world came to view the BOMAG plant. Accordingly new demonstration areas were inaugurated together with a visitors‘ centre.

40 years

40th BOMAG anniversary.
After economically difficult years the operations in Boppard were supplemented with a new powder coating plant for efficient and environnement friendly painting of the machines.

Certification to
DIN ISO 9001

Certification to DIN ISO 9001. BOMAG was the first manufacturer in this branch to be certified in just a few months after application to the quality certification system DIN ISO 9001. Quality is still the top priority today.

First licence contract
in China

First licence contract in China. Since then BOMAG is present in China. A couple of years later BOMAG founded a joint venture with the Chinese company BOMA. Single drum rollers and tandem rollers were to be built for the Chinese market. Finally in 2002 BOMAG China was founded in Fengxian, south of Shanghai.

BTM 01 Terrameter

Perhaps the best innovation at the beginning of the 1980s: the BTM 01 Terrameter. BOMAG took over as leader in compaction control systems worldwide. It was a system, which made it possible to control compaction during rolling. Until now BOMAG has remained leader in compaction control systems.

Research and
Development

BOMAG was by now known around the world for bringing new solutions to the market. This of course had to be continued. In 1972 the company therefore decided to build a new Research and Development Centre. The decision laid the foundation for a Research Centre, which even now is unique in the world of compaction technology.

Acquisition

Acquisition of BOMAG by KOEHRING Company, Milwaukee, U.S.A. Under the umbrella of the KOEHRING Group BOMAG continued growing. KOEHRING was able to open a way into one important markets in the world: the USA.

Factory relocation at Hellerwald

Factory relocation to the site at Hellerwald Industrial Area, still today BOMAG’s headquarters worldwide. From an original site of 80.000 qm the area is now over 300.000 qm. Throughout its history BOMAG has expanded the plant in Hellerwald and continues to do so.

BW 200

Launch of the world’s first 7 tonnes double vibratory roller: the model BW 200. It drew admiration from all over the world. The roller was exported as far as China, and until 1993 was a long-time sales hit at BOMAG, for more than 30 years.

Branches abroad

BOMAG started early establishing branches abroad:
1961    BOMAG Austria
1967    BOMAG Great Britain
1968    BOMAG Nippon and BOMAG Canada
1970    BOMAG USA
1978    BOMAG France
2000    BOMAG Italy
2002    BOMAG China
2008    BOMAG Poland
2009    BOMAG Russia

Foundation

The BOPPARDER MASCHINENBAU GESELLSCHAFT MBH was founded in Boppard for the manufacture of the world’s first BW 60 double vibratory roller with all drum drive. A revolution in compaction technology, Just after 13 years, the company was the leading supplier in the vibratory roller sector on the world market.